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Curiosity: A Primer
In the museum field, we sometimes talk about how we are in the “curiosity business.” Yet even still, it often feels that our field perceives nurturing curiosity as “nice” work, rather than “necessary” … -
Using the Annual Survey of Museum-Goers as a Catalyst for Change
Who visits our museums? What are their motivations, and what do they expect from the experience? Alternatively, who is not visiting, and why not? These are critical questions for the future of individual museums, and for the entire field. … -
Searching for Truffles: History Nebraska is using curiosity to grow staff capacity and enrich the museum experience
This article originally appeared in the September/October 2019 issue of Museum magazine, a benefit of AAM membership. History Nebraska’s museum recently reopened following extensive infrastructure renovations. Prior to the renovations, …
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